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Richard II by William Shakespeare: why ‘the divine right of kings’ (still) matters

Richard II

Richard II of England Biography | Pantheon

History Unhinged on Instagram: "The turbulent reign of Richard II, often argued to be one of England's worst monarchs, whose tyranny and incompetence set the stage for centuries of conflict. Empowered by his perceived divine mandate, Richard II became an extravagant tyrant. He tore up the promises made to the peasants and spent lavishly on courts and fashion. He alienated his own lords (including his powerful uncles) by favoring a small clique and threatening them with French military aid. His u